Exploring the historic side of Australia can bring you numerous delights and pleasant surprises. Although you won't find any century old Gothic cathedrals or medieval castles here, the history of Australia can be quite interesting for those willing to discover it. While most of the big cities will have at least one history museum and a few famous historic buildings and places, it is rural and wild Australia where the most interesting historic attractions can be found.
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At a first thought, Australia might not seem like the prime cruise destination, but when you get to really think about it, then you will realize that Australia can be considered as a gigantic island with thousands of kilometers of beaches and with the main cities - Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, to name just a few - located on the coast. This means that one can practically see the best of Australia's cities and beaches in one long cruise journey. There are plenty of cruise line offering trips t... [ read more ]

First of all, let’s make things clear: the Australian wilderness is unlike any other. And here I don’t refer to all the unique animals and plant species you are likely to encounter, but to the fact that the Australian outback generally refers to vast semi-arid area that covers more than half of the continent’s surface. Thus, you’ll often need a 4x4 vehicle to get to the inland attractions. But again, the great advantage of hiking – or, to put it in local terms, bushwalking – in A... [ read more ]

Australia offers a lot of choices for the eco-friendly tourist. The country has an impressive number of national parks and protected areas, and the preservation of nature is strongly enforced by Australian laws. But in addition to following the general regulations and taking some common sense precautions, there are various ways to minimize your impact on Australia’s stunning nature. Some of the most common choices include organized tours, booking eco-friendly accommodation or active vacati... [ read more ]

When it comes to such vast countries like Australia, driving is your best choice for a comfortable, rewarding travel experience. Despite the country’s low population density rate, Australia benefits from numerous attractions and good, accessible roads. It’s a road trip friendly country with lots of natural beauties and unique ecosystems – a vast playground for adventurers and outgoing people world-wide. Now that I’m dome with the praising, I’ll try to present you some of the best, ... [ read more ]